Seeing your partner's photo can reduce pain? CMC Vellore doctor decodes the science behind it
Published on: Aug. 20, 2025, 11:02 p.m. | Source: Economic Times
Looking at a loved one's photo triggers the brain's reward system, releasing dopamine and calming stress pathways. Neurological studies reveal that this simple act can reduce pain and improve mood by quieting pain-processing regions. While not a cure, a quick glance at a partner's picture offers a low-risk boost to well-being through human connection.
